Welsh Terrier
VS
Miniature American Shepherd
Welsh Terrier vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Welsh Terrier and Miniature American Shepherd side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Welsh Terrier
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
38 – 39 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
9 – 10 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 13 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
5/5
4/5
Energy level
3/5
4/5
Intelligence
4/5
4/5
Trainability
4/5
3/5
Health
5/5
3/5
Grooming needs
4/5
4/5
Shedding
1/5
3/5
Barking level
4/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
3/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Welsh Terrier
Great with kids
Super smart
Easy to train
Small
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
Summary
About Welsh Terrier
Medium-sized, sturdy Welsh terrier with a wiry black-and-tan coat that sheds little but needs regular stripping. Bred in Wales to hunt, it is active, bold, affectionate yet independent, with strong chase instincts. Intelligent and trainable, it thrives on firm, positive guidance and daily exercise.
About Miniature American Shepherd
Compact, athletic herding dog bred in the U.S. as a smaller Australian Shepherd. Intelligent, devoted, and “velcro” with family, often reserved with strangers. Needs regular training, mental work, and exercise. Medium double coat in varied colors; generally healthy with 12–15 year lifespan.
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